Dying Light
Dying Light: Definitive Edition
Release Date: January 27, 2015
Action, FPP, zombie, horror, RPG elements, Polish, co-op, parkour, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN
An first-person perspective survival horror game, created by the Polish developer Techland, known for Dead Island and the Call of Juarez series, among others. The player assumes the role of a character who is trying to survive in a zombie-infested metropolis. The sandbox gameplay of Dying Light is divided into two phases.
Dying Light for PC, PS4 and etc. is an open world survival horror action game, created by the Polish studio, Techland. It is a peculiar mix of Dead Island, their previous work, and Mirror's Edge.
The players assume the role of one of four heroes in a city, whose rustic looking slums bear a significant resemblance to modern Rio de Janeiro. The population of the metropolis has been infected with a mysterious virus that turned people into zombies - a solution similar to the one utilized in the movie I Am Legend. Enemies display distinctive behavior patterns - while not very active by day, the zombies turn into bloodthirsty beasts at night, effectively dividing the game into two different parts: explore your surroundings looking for raw materials and weapons during the day, and when the night comes, desperately try to protect yourself from the horde.
In Dying Light, released for PC, PS4 and etc., the players fight mutants primarily with melee weapons, the title offers several diverse weapon types: axes, machetes, halberds, hammers, sticks, and so on, firearms, on the other hand, are rare. A great emphasis was also put on the creation of an extensive system of equipment so the players can combine seemingly useless things with the chosen weapon, gaining additional damage or effects. With the progress in the story mode, the protagonist gradually gains experience, which gives players the opportunity to develop and customize their character's skills to their liking.
One of the game's distinctive features is the movement system inspired by the work of the EA developer studio DICE – Mirror's Edge. The protagonist can jump from building to building with incredible grace and agility worthy of the best traceurs. This solution creates many navigation possibilities, allowing the players to explore virtually every corner of the city, regardless of how inaccessible it seems to be. The dynamic day and night cycle, in turn, ensures that the gameplay is not simply a bloody and merciless slaughter of mutants. In Dying Light it is sometimes better to get away from an overwhelming number of enemies than to meet them face to face, especially at night when the game environment changes beyond recognition, and the fight for survival survival.
Hand in hand with the openness goes the dynamics of the world depicted in the game; players can encounter random events, and how they cope with them - get involved to help someone or simply avoid unnecessary trouble - is their choice. The authors prepared numerous side quests that provide a pleasant break from the main storyline.
Dying Light for PC, PS4 and etc. is powered by Chrome Engine 6; it can generate high-level graphics and take advantage of advanced DirectX 11 features. It can also simultaneously display huge, diversified areas with objects visible in the distance, and a large number of characters in them. Furthermore, physics and animations were also improved, making melee combat and character movements very realistic.
The story mode can be played solo or, just like in Dead Island, over the Internet with up to four friends.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
Last Update: February 20, 2015
Dying Light Game Guide
This unofficial Dying Light game guide is a complete solution about how to survive while going through the city of Harran.
February 6, 2015
Dying Light Review: Leaving Dead Island behind
For many people killing zombies never gets old, and developers from Techland are fully aware of that. Dying Light is another solid addition to the zombie games genre from makers of Dead Island.
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Gamepressure Review
Dying Light
For many people killing zombies never gets old, and developers from Techland are fully aware of that. Dying Light is another solid addition to the zombie games genre from makers of Dead Island.
PC / WindowsOpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 60% of Critics. There are 117 Critic Reviews.
PC Gamer: 70 / 100 by Christopher Livingston
Despite a clunky story and technical performance, there's a lot of fun to be found in dashing and dodging through a zombie-filled city.
Hardcore Gamer: 3.5 / 5 by Matt Whittaker
Techland's latest title is by no means perfect, nor is it one of the best zombie games, but it's solid enough to warrant a playthrough. Even though its story will leave most players unsatisfied and its open-world design is questionable at best, its phenomenal side stories and often entertaining gameplay will prevent distaste.
Eurogamer: 7 / 10 by Dan Whitehead
As a follow up to Dead Island, Dying Light represents an improvement on the technical front, but has lost some of its knockabout charm in the process. It shares its predecessors pace and shape, as things start on a relative high as you explore into the game's systems, but then tail off the hours tick by. Dying Light mixes up Techland's own recipe to enjoyable effect, but can't fully disguise its regurgitated flavour.
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Gameplay: The parkour mechanics are highly praised for their fluidity and satisfaction, allowing players to traverse the environment with ease and excitement.
- Atmospheric Design: The graphics and sound design create an immersive experience, with players noting the beautiful visuals and effective use of sound to enhance the horror atmosphere.
- Dynamic Day/Night Cycle: The game features a compelling day/night cycle that significantly affects gameplay, with the night bringing more aggressive and terrifying enemies, adding tension.
- Diverse Combat System: Players appreciate the variety of melee and ranged weapons, crafting options, and the weighty feel of combat, making encounters engaging.
- Co-op Mode: Many reviews highlight the fun of playing with friends, making the game more enjoyable and chaotic.
- Rich Open World: The city of Harran is described as a large, detailed environment filled with secrets to explore, enhancing the experience of scavenging and survival.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Gameplay: Some users mention that certain missions and gameplay mechanics can become repetitive over time, particularly in terms of grinding for experience.
- Story Weakness: While the story is generally seen as decent, many reviews indicate that it lacks depth and innovation, with some characters being described as unlikable or underdeveloped.
- Difficulty Spikes: The night sequences can be punishing, especially for casual players, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Clunky Mechanics: Some players point out issues with inventory management and certain gameplay mechanics that feel poorly designed or cumbersome.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Improved Storytelling: Many users express a desire for a stronger narrative and more developed characters, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more compelling plot.
- Better Progression System: Some reviews indicate that the progression system could be improved, as early gameplay may feel slow or tedious, requiring significant grinding to become effective.
- More Customization Options: A few players mention the need for more options in button layouts and controls to enhance user experience.
- Enhanced Driving Mechanics: In the DLC "The Following," players feel that the driving mechanics could be smoother and more intuitive.
Summary
- Overall, Dying Light is celebrated as a standout title in the zombie survival genre, with its unique blend of parkour, horror, and action. While it has its flaws, particularly in narrative depth and some gameplay mechanics, the overall experience remains highly regarded among players.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 7455 votes. 2242 players anticipated the game.
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Dying Light Series
Dying Light is a series of sandbox action games set in a world overrun by zombies. The Polish studio Techland, experienced in creating such productions with its 2011 release, is responsible for its creation. Dead Island.
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Dying Light Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows January 27, 2015
PlayStation 5 March 8, 2022
Xbox Series X/S March 21, 2022
Switch October 19, 2021
PlayStation 4 January 27, 2015
Xbox One January 27, 2015
PlayStation 3 cancelled
Xbox 360 cancelled
Developer: Techland
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Dying Light System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2500 3.3 GHz/AMD FX-8320 4.0 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 560/Radeon HD 6870 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4 GHz/AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780/4 GB Radeon R9 290 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1 64-bit
PlayStation 5
Supports: 30 fps @ 4K / max 60 fps @ 1440p / 60 fps @ 1080p
Xbox Series X/S
Supports: XSX: 30 fps @ 4K / max 60 fps @ 1440p / 60 fps @ 1080p | XSS: max 30 fps @ 1440p / 30 fps @ 1080p
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Zuzanna Domeradzka
January 31, 2023
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Miriam Moszczynska
July 5, 2022
Dying Light DLCs for Free; Enhanced Edition Upgrade For Everyone
Players who own the basic version of Dying Light from now on can upgrade to the Extended Edition for free and get several DLCs for free, including the huge expansion The Following.
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Miriam Moszczynska
May 5, 2022
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Techland has announced the final update to Dying Light: Hellraid. It will enable us to explore the catacombs and battle the undead with a shotgun in hand.
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Michal Ciezadlik
May 6, 2022
Dying Light Next-gen Patch for Xbox Series X/S Finally Available
Techland has released the new patch for Dying Light on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One X consoles as well. Just like on PS5 and PS4 two weeks earlier, the patch adds new graphic modes.
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Jacob Blazewicz
March 21, 2022
Dying Light With Free Next-gen Patch for PS5; XSX Owners Must Wait
Dying Light has received a free next-gen upgrade. At least on the PlayStation 5, as Xbox Series X and S owners still have to wait a bit longer.
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Hubert Sledziewski
March 8, 2022
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Dying Light has received an episodic timed event called Spike's Story: Last Call. The first episode launched today.
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Agnes Adamus
January 24, 2022
Dying Light Will Get a PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Version
Techland announced that a patch is in preparation, which will adapt the first instalment of Dying Light for next-gen consoles. More details about it, however, are unknown so far.
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Milosz Szubert
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